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Title

Improved eco-friendliness of domestic laundry (Ref: 08 GB EAST 0K0A)

Deadline

Fri, September 12, 2008

Abstract

A UK company is searching for novel technologies and products in domestic washing of laundry. The solutions may address more effective use of water, chemicals (including concentration) and energy, or more sustainable alternatives. Strong IP is demanded. The company can access global markets. The type of collaboration will depend on the stage of development.

Description

The UK branch of a multinational company is searching for innovative, IP-supported technologies, products, devices and materials relating to improved eco friendliness/sustainability of domestic washing of textiles/laundry. Focus is on improvement of the environmental profile of the total washing process whilst maintaining or improving consumer satisfaction in wash results (cleaning, whiteness, softness) and washing experience. Problems addressed may be global or regional (variations in water quality, water availability, absence of electrical power or limited power availability). Areas of interest include, but are not restricted to: - More effective use of water:
• Use of a lower total amount of water, e.g. by having to rinse less, reduce wash time, non-water cleaning systems etc.
• Recycling of water during the total washing process or for subsequent washes.
• Use of low-quality water (e.g. sea water, recycled/grey water) not suitable for personal care.
• Reduce problems generated by hard water, e.g. calcium-induced precipitation.
- More effective use of chemistry and concentration of products:
• Low-temperature (cold water) cleaning.
• Triggered/controlled release of chemical components via coating or release chemistry.
• Improved delivery of functional ingredients at the textile surface.
• (Partial) replacement of chemistry/surfactants by physical processes, g. water softening, pH control, (in situ) generation of ingredients.
• Achieve the required low oil/water interfacial tension at low or no surfactant levels.
- More sustainable use of chemistry and physics:
• Sustainable ingredients, especially biodegradable functional polymers
• Innovative power generation technology (e.g. human power)/self-contained power systems, to drive chemistry or soil/water/textile separation processes.
• Reduce/eliminate external power consumption.
• Functional/smart packaging for the whole wash process, e.g. integral packaging and dosing systems, interactive/informative packaging.
• Recyclable or re-sealable packaging (e.g. to prevent deterioration of product from humidity).

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Technical Specifications / Specific technical requirements of the request

The solutions may need further development as the requesting party has resources for that. However, strong intellectual property is vital.

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List of Keywords

Technology
- Cleaning Technology - Soaps, detergents - Textiles Technology - Household Goods & Appliances - Environment

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Collaboration Type

- Joint Venture Agreement - License Agreement - Testing of new applications - Adaptation to specific needs - Technical consultancy
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Comments

The company is willing to explore any reasonable commercial arrangements, including licensing-in of proprietary or innovative products, systems or technologies, strategic alliances or partnering arrangements, and outright purchase. Funding a research programme will be considered given a promising but early-stage technology. A short non-confidential description is requested from interested parties, including technical and marketing advantages and initial suggestions on possible methods of co-operation.

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Targeted Countries

All

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